Can FIRST Super send my DASP payment to an overseas bank account?

Sometimes yes, but Australian bank accounts are typically the fastest and simplest option.

What if I don’t have an Australian bank account?

FIRST Super may accept international bank details or issue a cheque depending on their policy. ALITAX will guide you through the process.

If FIRST Super issues a cheque, how do I deposit it?

You can deposit the cheque at your local bank. Clearance times vary, and banks generally require the cheque to match your ID.

Do I need certified passport documents for a FIRST Super DASP claim?

If your balance is $5,000 or more, certified ID is required. Even below $5,000, FIRST Super may request additional verification.

How do I start my FIRST Super DASP claim with ALITAX?

Send your fund name (FIRST Super), passport and visa details, and your preferred bank details. ALITAX will guide you step-by-step through the entire process.

Departing Australia Super (DASP)

Claim your First Super after leaving Australia

If you worked in Australia on a temporary visa and you’ve now left, you may be able to withdraw your First Super balance as a Departing Australia Superannuation Payment (DASP).

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Who can apply for a First Super DASP?

You may be eligible to claim your First Super Departing Australia Superannuation Payment (DASP) if:

You have left Australia and don’t intend to live there, and
Your temporary visa has expired or has been cancelled, and
You are not an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen, and
Super contributions were paid into your First Super account while you were working in Australia.

First Super note: New Zealand citizens cannot use the DASP process due to the Trans-Tasman arrangement. They usually need a Trans-Tasman transfer request instead.

What you need to prepare for a First Super DASP claim

Identity documents

Passport details (passport number, full name, date of birth).

If your First Super balance is above $5,000, certified copies of passport/ID are commonly required.

If overseas, certification is often done by a Notary Public or an Australian Embassy/Consulate.

Visa information

Your visa subclass/type.

Evidence your visa has expired or was cancelled (as required for a DASP claim).

Your First Super account details

First Super member number (if available).

Ensure your details match First Super records to avoid verification delays.

Payment information

First Super usually prefers payment to an Australian bank account in your own name.

If you don’t have one, First Super may accept international bank details depending on policy.

Common reasons First Super claims get delayed

Certification missing / unclear / wrong wording
Name mismatch between passport and First Super member profile
Visa expiry/cancellation evidence not readable or not provided
Payment details not in the applicant’s own name
Old contact details causing missed follow-up requests

Tip: Update your First Super email and phone before leaving Australia if possible.

First Super unique requirements

Industry fund background

First Super is an industry super fund with strong links to sectors such as manufacturing, timber, furniture and related industries. Contributions are usually paid by your Australian employers into your First Super account.

Unclaimed super transfer to ATO

If you do not claim your First Super balance within certain timeframes after leaving Australia, eligible amounts may be transferred to the ATO as unclaimed super. In that case, you must claim from the ATO instead of directly from First Super.

Details must exactly match records

Even small spelling differences in your name or date-of-birth can trigger extra checks and delays. Make sure First Super has your most recent personal details before you depart.

Document standards (strict)

Passport copy must be clear and complete (photo page + details)
If certification is required, wording and stamp/signature must be correct
Visa evidence must show expiry or cancellation clearly
All documents should match your First Super member profile details

Tip: If you are outside Australia, a Notary Public or Australian Embassy/Consulate is commonly used for certification.

Account closure & insurance

When you withdraw your super, your account balance reduces to $0 and any cover linked to the account may stop. If you still plan to keep super in Australia, consider how this affects insurance before proceeding.

Required information

Full name + date of birth (must match passport)
Passport number + passport details
Visa details (subclass + expiry/cancellation evidence)
First Super member number (if available)
Payment details (AU bank recommended, in your own name)
Updated email + phone number

How to withdraw (steps)

Confirm eligibility

You must have left Australia and your temporary visa must be expired or cancelled.

Submit DASP

Most applicants use the ATO online DASP system; First Super then verifies your details and releases payment if everything is in order.

Provide documents if requested

If First Super requests certified ID or extra checks, submit documents with correct wording and clear copies.

Payment

Once verified, payment is released (timing depends on checks, document quality, and bank processing).

Step-by-step with ALITAX

Eligibility review

We confirm visa status and the correct pathway (First Super vs ATO-held balance).

Collecting required information

We help gather passport, visa details, First Super member info, and payment details.

Certification guidance

If certified documents are required, we guide wording + who can certify in your country.

Lodgement + follow-up

We assist with submission and manage follow-ups until completion.

Payment release

After verification, payment is released to your nominated account.

How ALITAX supports

Helps avoid delays from missing ID or incorrect certification
Assists with name mismatch issues and incomplete member records
Advises on payment method to reduce rejection and rework
Guides you if your super has transferred to the ATO
Manages communication and follow-ups with First Super on your behalf

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Get started

Send us:

Your fund name: First Super
Passport + visa information
Your preferred bank details (AU bank recommended)

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Note: Payments generally need to go to an account in your own name.

Contact & postal addresses

If you need to confirm whether your balance is still with First Super or has been transferred to the ATO, contact First Super for guidance.

General contact: Please refer to your First Super member statements or the official First Super website for the latest phone and postal details.

To contact First Super or find the latest details, visit their official website.

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Tip: If your super has already transferred to the ATO, you may need the ATO-held balance pathway instead of claiming directly from First Super.

FAQs

Usually no. Payment should go to an account in your own name, or one you can clearly prove belongs to you.

Sometimes yes, but an Australian bank account is usually the easiest option to avoid delays and extra fees.

Generally no. NZ citizens usually need a Trans-Tasman transfer request instead of DASP.

If your balance is $5,000 or more, certified ID is commonly required. Even under $5,000, extra checks may still apply.

Send your fund name (First Super), passport + visa details, and your preferred bank details. We’ll guide you step-by-step.